2012 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · SA12 EEY
2012 Mitsubishi L200 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 28 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 128,511 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI L200
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,511 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA12 EEY Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/06/2024
- 128,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA12 EEY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mitsubishi L200 (SA12 EEY) between June 2015 and June 2024.
The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 07 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked red (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
SA12 EEY Mileage History
- 14/06/201553,812 mi
- 17/06/201661,647 mi+7,835 mi
- 22/03/201766,878 mi+5,231 mi
- 12/03/201866,920 mi+42 mi
- 12/03/201866,920 mi
- 20/03/201978,966 mi+12,046 mi
- 19/03/202090,401 mi+11,435 mi
- 24/04/202090,415 mi+14 mi
- 23/04/2021108,640 mi+18,225 mi
- 04/05/2021108,640 mi
- 02/06/2022112,845 mi+4,205 mi
- 02/06/2022112,854 mi+9 mi
- 15/05/2023123,204 mi+10,350 mi
- 29/05/2024128,501 mi+5,297 mi
- 07/06/2024128,511 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 8,316 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi L200 (Series 4)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Overheating & Head Gasket Failure (Series 4)Serious
The 2.5 DI-D engine in the Series 4 is notoriously sensitive to cooling system health. Blocked radiators or failing water pumps quickly lead to overheating and head gasket failure, which can sometimes result in cracked cylinder heads.
- Suction Control Valve (SCV) FailureModerate
The SCV on the fuel pump frequently fails, causing erratic idling and stalling.
- Chassis RustSerious
Like many pickups of this era, the chassis is highly susceptible to structural corrosion if not protected.
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